Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill
SB 1601: Relating to the legal justification for using force or deadly force in response to the commission or attempted commission of a violent felony.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 1601 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on February 24, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the legal justification for using force or deadly force in response to the commission or attempted commission of a violent felony. Primary sponsor: Brent Hagenbuch (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 10, 2025): Referred to Criminal Justice.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brent Hagenbuch | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 30 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to Criminal Justice
- Read first time
- Filed
- Received by the Secretary of the Senate